“Their unwavering commitment to saving lives and protecting our community, even in the face of unimaginable danger, truly exemplifies heroism.”
Representatives from the Flagstaff Police, Flagstaff Fire Department, Coconino County Sheriff’s Office, Flagstaff City Council, Coconino County, UniSource and other local businesses gathered at Flagstaff City Hall and at Heritage Square to honor those lost on Sept. 11 on the 23rd anniversary of the tragic day.
“The Police Department’s tribute to those who responded to the 9/11 attacks serves as a heartfelt reminder of the extraordinary bravery and selflessness shown by first responders on that tragic day,” said Flagstaff Police Chief Sean Connolly. “Their unwavering commitment to saving lives and protecting our community, even in the face of unimaginable danger, truly exemplifies heroism.”
UniSource helped raise the flags on flagpoles around the city. “We are honored to be able to provide help for this noble cause on this most memorable day,” said UniSource Director Martin Anaya.
Donating and raising flags from New York to California is a mission Flags for the Flagless founder C. “Charley” Foley, of Idaho Falls, Idaho, has been pursuing for the last 10 years. “I was able to find nine different groups to raise an American flag [in Flagstaff] at 9 a.m. on Sept. 11,” said Foley. “At 9:30, all of those involved gathered at Heritage Square to take a large group photo.” FBN
By V. Ronnie Tierney, FBN
Photo by David Sanders